Axle stands!

[waynester]

I have just bought a 2 tonne trolley jack and 2 tonne (x4) axle stands from halfords, as they had a deal on.
I want to put the 350i up on the stands over winter so i can work on the chassis. Question is: where's the correct part of the chassis to put them, so it doesn't do any damage and isn't dangerous?
Sorry for the numpty question, just want to be sure.

[rev-erend]

The main centre sections are best.. not out riggers
or suspension components..

You could place a thin piece of wood on them too - to
project the chassis paint but dont bother if the
chassis is not absolutely mint..

Always perform a 'rock' test .. put the car up on stands (a pair at a time) put wheels under car near stands and then with increasing force - try and rock the car.. if it does not seem stable ... then don't
even think of going under there !!

Re-think where that stands need to go !



>> Edited by rev-erend on Wednesday 1st October 12:01

[danny hoffman]

If you are lifting both ends I would suggest wheel ramp are safer.

[Pies]

Hope this helps

Its an "S" but chassis must be similar